Krabi Airport to Koh Lanta: Private Transfer & Ferry

Getting to Koh Lanta Without the Taxi Negotiation

You get picked up at Krabi Airport with a sign bearing your name, travel in a spacious air-conditioned van with a professional driver, and cross to Koh Lanta via a 20-minute car ferry: all included in one fixed price. The journey takes 2–3 hours total, and there's no waiting around or negotiating transport once you land. Free baby seats are available for young children on request.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private transfer from Krabi to Lanta

• Meet driver at airport exit
• Travel in air-conditioned vehicle
• Take short car ferry to Koh Lanta Noi
• Continue to pre-booked hotel

The experience

So you land at Krabi and the last thing you want is to figure out how to get to Koh Lanta, right? The driver's already waiting at the airport exit with your name on a sign: no hunting around, no haggling over the fare. You climb into an air-conditioned van that actually has space for luggage and people, and then it's just a straight shot through the coast toward the ferry.

The drive itself takes about two hours before you hit the car ferry to Koh Lanta Noi, which is where it gets a bit different. You don't get out and walk on: the whole van rolls onto the ferry with you in it, and twenty minutes later you're rolling off on the island side. It's not dramatic, just efficient. The driver knows the timing, knows where to line up, and you're basically just sitting there watching the water while someone else handles the logistics.

If you're traveling with kids aged two to four, there are free baby seats available. You just mention it when you book. The van itself is built for comfort on longer drives: proper air conditioning, enough room to stretch, and a driver who's done this route enough times that they're not treating it like an adventure. The whole thing runs 24/7, so whether you land at dawn or midnight, the service doesn't change. A minimum of six people per booking keeps the price reasonable, and the vehicle is wheelchair accessible if that matters for your group.

What’s included

• Your transfer includes a professional driver, a private air-conditioned minivan, the car ferry crossing to Koh Lanta Noi, and free baby seats for children aged 2–4 years upon request.
• The driver meets you at the airport exit and takes you directly to your pre-booked hotel on the island.
• The service is available 24/7 with no waiting time.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Rainbow Lanta Travel & Tour

Is this one for you?Book this if you're landing at Krabi with luggage and want to reach Koh Lanta without arranging a taxi or ferry separately: the fixed price and door-to-door pickup mean you skip the curb negotiation and the confusion of finding the ferry terminal.

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Top questions

How long does the transfer from Krabi Airport to Koh Lanta take?

Approximately 2–3 hours total, including the 20-minute car ferry crossing to Koh Lanta Noi.

Will the driver meet me at the airport?

Yes. Your driver will be waiting at the airport exit holding a sign with your name for easy identification.

Is the ferry crossing included in the transfer?

Yes. The car ferry to Koh Lanta Noi is included. You stay in the van during the crossing.

Are baby seats available?

Free baby seats are available for children aged 2–4 years (or 1–5 years depending on the seat type) upon request at booking.

What if my flight arrives very late?

The service operates 24/7, so late arrivals are no problem. Just confirm your arrival time when you book.

Is the van air-conditioned?

Yes. All vehicles are air-conditioned minivans designed for comfort on the drive to Koh Lanta.

What is the minimum group size?

A minimum of 6 people per booking is required.

Is this service wheelchair accessible?

Yes. The vehicles and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.